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I have accidentally taken 60mg instead of 30 mg of mirtazapine due to script change. What should i do?

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Nothing just don't take next dose and let the effect of drugs washed away . ...  Read More

I am diagnosed with ocd and severe anxiety my doctor placed me on mirtazapine after failure of other ssri antidepressants. But as it have to clear my anxiety it makes me more anxious, why this is happening. I have tried lower as well as higher doses of mirtazapine . But it couldn't clear my anxiety and makes me more anxious, my anxiety got worsen.

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You may be suffering from treatment resistant OCD with comorbid Anxiety Disorder and treatment with Mirtazapine alone may not do much good. You may need at least 2-3 drugs along with Cognitive Behavio ...  Read More

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Does mirtazapine helps essential tremors, I have seen it on internet, but I am asking this only for confirmation.

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Yes ...  Read More

Does Mirtazapine is used in wide range of Anxiety Disorders such as, Generalized anxiety disorder Social anxiety disorder Obsessive–compulsive disorder Panic disorder Post-traumatic stress disorder Etc And also But does it make adhd worse?

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Take a time-out. Practice yoga, listen to music, meditate, get a massage, or learn relaxation techniques. Stepping back from the problem helps clear your head. Eat well-balanced meals. Do not skip any ...  Read More

I am responding to Mirtazapine 7.5mg right from Day 1. Could not get much out of most SSRIs even after a month. But still trying with Fluoxetine max dose from last 2 weeks and will continue in parallel even though I don't see any benefits yet. But I am concerned about metabolic sides and glycemic control of Mirtazapine. Question 1: Should I sti

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Better to continue with mirtazapine as you are responding to it. To prevent metabolic side effects of mirtazapine you can adopt lifestyle changes and use lowest possible dose of mirtazapine. Their is ...  Read More

My doctor recently started me on Mirnite 15, which was a replacement to Prothiaden 50. After about 5 days I had 7-8 mouth ulcers including the tongue, developed over 3 days. We have checked with the Doctor and the Pediatrician and I've been given treatment for them. My hemogram and Vitamin B12 serum were normal. There are no more new ulcers startin

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Hello Low white blood cell counts--fever, chills, sore throat, cough, sores in your mouth or nose, flu-like symptoms, trouble breathing etc can sometimes happen with mirtazapine. You should get a com ...  Read More

Can I use valium with olanzapine and mirtazapine . Or valium has any type of interaction in combination with olanzapine and mirtazapine.

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Please don't self medicate, consult a Psychiatrist so that appropriate medicine in adequate doses is prescribed as per diagnosis. ...  Read More

Which one is more safe for eyes. Which one does not cause glaucoma zoloft(sertraline) or mirtazapine?

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Although all antidepressants affect neurochemical transmission .But the literature doesn't reveal any information about directly being responsible to cause glaucoma or ocular hypertension ...  Read More

I've been on 45mg mirtazapine for two years and have no problems or side effects taking them I've just been prescribed 50 mg tramadol for a slipped disc are these medicines safe to take together.

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Tramadol is usually not prescribed along when you are on mirtazapine,then too be careful if u r driving, tramadol also should be tapered ...  Read More

It is safe to use mirtazapine 15 mg mirtazapine tablets before 2 months of expiry date. Should I use them or throw away . Will they cause sny side effects?

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Absolutely safe...can take them ...  Read More

I have Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Panic attacks and Health Anxiety disorder since last 12 years. I have consulted different psychitarists in past and I was put on Escitaloporam 10 for 8 years and Vilazodone 40 for 3 years. I was also prescribed Desvenlafaxine, Bupropion, Sertraline, Paroxetene, Vortioxetine, Qutipin and Olanzapine for 1 months e

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Hi.. consult online for treatment ...  Read More

I have Generalised Anxiety disorder and Hypocondriasis ( Health Anxiety )since last 12 years. I started my treatment with Paroxetene 25 and Clonazepam 0.25 and took it for 1 month but it lead a bery bad constipation. My doctor shifted me to Escitalopram 10 and Clonazepam 0.25 for next 9 yrs, I took it. Then I was put on Vortioxetine, Desvenlafaxine

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Hi..Yes Fluoxetine causes less constipation when compared to others. Consult online for prescription ...  Read More

I know medicines like Mirtazapine and Quetiapine (used for sleep and mood) usually need tapering when stopping. My question is: after how long taking doesn’t need tapering? For example, if someone has taken these daily for one month, do they still need tapering? Or is tapering required only after two or three months of daily use? I wanna use

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Hi.. quetiapine is anti-psychotic and mirtazapine is an anti-depressant. They may be used for sleep sometimes because of their sedation property. However will need further history regarding which the ...  Read More

Which is the best medicine for Health Anxiety Disorder and Genralised Anxiety Disorder associated with constipation and not a regualr bowel movement because of these Anti - Depressants. Took SSRI like Escitaloporam 10 and Vilazodone for 12 years. Paroxetene, Desvenlafaxine, Vortioxetine, even Sertraline caused constipation. Please suggest any1.

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You really need to go through proper check up not randomly choose medicine Most importantly take therapy with medicine it's very important and make the process very fast healing will be quicker ...  Read More

I've been on olazapine for few years for bipolar disorder and recently started having insomnia symptoms. My doctor has suggested low dose mirtazapine or trazodone for sleep. Are these medicines safe in bipolar in low doses?

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Consult properly a psychiatrist for further treatment ...  Read More

Can Bupropion be taken with mirtazapine? Can we take Bupropion and Mirtazapine together? I am asking this only for knowledge purpose.

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Yes ...  Read More

Can mirtazapine help in treatment for ocd.do long usage of mirtazapine can it cause memory problems or dementia??

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Indicated for treatment of major depressive disorder.. and maybe it is helpful in OCD, consult to your psychiatrist .. ...  Read More

My doctor prescribed me Uvox 100mg (Fluvoxamine) and Mirtaz 7.5mg (Mirtazapine) to be taken at night. I have been sleeping for a day and felt like head vibrating and dizziness (drunk feeling). Was it ok to take Fluvoxamine 100mg and Mirtazapine 7.5mg together?

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Ur drowsiness can be due to mirtazepine Try to take fluvoxamine with lunch and mirtazapine in evening for ur sleep ...  Read More

I took Uvox 100mg (Fluvoxamine) and Mirtaz 7.5mg (Mirtazapine) together. I have been sleeping for a day. I felt too much dizziness (drunk feeling). Is it ok to take Fluvoxamine 100mg and Mirtazapine 7.5mg together?

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Mirtazapine is causing your daytime sedation and dizziness This treatment is not rational ...  Read More

I am already taking Fluoxetine 90mg delayed release (max dose/day) and Mirtazapine 7.5 (lowest dose/day) Question: Can I add Clomipramine (lowest dose/day) to the above combination? I am looking for best results for MDD + OCD + SAD I am noticing that I am getting better and quicker response from TeCA/TCA than SSRI Is this combination safe and e

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My suggestion would be let you psychiatrist decide this. The combination you described could have side effects if taken without consulting your doctor. Need to look into many other aspects too. ...  Read More

I've used mirtazapine and olanzapine for 4.5 months. It induced a diffuse hair loss on my scalp. I had short hair, so I didn't notice that the hair was falling quickly on time, and when I realized that, I stopped the medicine instantly. I want to know whether hair fall due to this medicine is temporary or permanent? How long is it will take to get

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Its an antidepressant drug..not dorectly due to this medicine.but hair fall is to some extent related to stress.Dont worry its not permanent.Try to be happy everything will be ok. ...  Read More

Taking Mirtazapine 7.5mg daily at bedtime from last one month.. Want to taper off mirtazapine now.Feared so much about insomnia.

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Hello... U can stop it at once Better take tab altonil 5mgs... which contains melatonin ...  Read More

I was addicted to high doses of lexotanil about 10mg a day. Doctor prescribe me mitazapine 15mg , olanzapine 5mg and clonazepam 2mg. But I don't want to use clonazepam because of its side effects on hair. Can I use valium ( diazepam) 10mg instead of clonazepam? Please tell me if this combination with valium is safe for hair?

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For what reason this combination is prescribed? You will sleep a lot and gain a lot of weight. ...  Read More

I read a comparison study of different ssri's which show that paroxetine has the lowest risk of hair fall. WhILe on another place I read that mirtazapine has lowest risk of hair loss. SO please tell me which one is safer for hair loss.

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Mirtazapine is a safer molecule but again, paroxetine also has its advantages We cannot comment without knowing your symptom profile. It would be beneficial to discuss your concerns with your Psychiat ...  Read More

Hellp sir/mam i am on bupron and mirtaz for my anxiety amd low mood. its been 3 month on these meds . from past few days i am having serious nightmares so i would like to know are these linked with those meds or they are just random incidents. thanks detailed answer would be appreciated . thanks for your time docs.

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No.. Not really.. Is there any stress? I believe you should discuss your concerns in detail with a mental health professional to gain an insight about nature of problem and ways to overcome it throug ...  Read More

Can I take mirtazapine and escitalopram together for Anxiety, depression and Insomnia mean to say escitalopram in morning and mirtazapine in night or mirtazapine is alonge helpful?

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Always go for monotherapy. Avoid self medication. Pls consult a psychiatrist. ...  Read More

I’m currently on mirtazapine 45mg and have been almost a year and have been struggling with my anger and feeling irritable and needing pen and something to calm me down and I know quetiApine does that. I can’t see a psychiatrist till next year. So just wondering those 2 medications are they safe I usually take 100mg of prn quetiPine a day what’s th

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I feel it is better to consult a psychologist to get rid of medications permanently. ...  Read More

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